Associations to the word «Ruination»

Wiktionary

RUINATION, noun. The state of being ruined, a state of devastation or destruction.
RUINATION, noun. The act of ruining or wrecking.
RUINATION, noun. The cause of being ruined, destroyed or lost.
RUINATION, noun. A loss of reputation.

Dictionary definition

RUINATION, noun. An irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction; "you have brought ruin on this entire family".
RUINATION, noun. An event that results in destruction.
RUINATION, noun. Failure that results in a loss of position or reputation.
RUINATION, noun. Destruction achieved by causing something to be wrecked or ruined.

Wise words

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